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US condemns Hong Kong for issuing pro-democracy activist arrest warrants
The United States is condemning Hong Kong’s government after it issued arrest warrants and bounties for six pro-democracy activists living abroad, along with the cancellation of seven additional passports. The U.S. State Department released a statement Thursday, Dec. 26, saying it rejects the country’s efforts to “intimidate and silence individuals who choose to make the United… -
New Hampshire congresswoman ready to pass baton to younger lawmakers
Rep. Annie Kuster, D-N.H., wants to set an example and allow younger lawmakers to be heard. The New Hampshire congresswoman is retiring after representing her district for more than 12 years. Now 68, Kuster said it’s time to leave Capitol Hill and allow a younger Democrat to fill her seat. Maggie Goodlander, 38, will replace… -
Trump announces pick for US ambassador to Panama
Days after threatening to take back control of the Panama Canal, President-elect Donald Trump announced his pick for U.S. ambassador to Panama. Trump also accused Panama of allowing Chinese soldiers to operate the canal as a Hong Kong-based contractor manages two of its ports. “I am pleased to announce that Kevin Marino Cabrera will serve… -
Over 10,400 migrants died trying to reach Spain by sea in 2024: Report
At least 10,457 migrants died trying to reach Spain by sea this year, an average of 30 deaths per day. The statistics were compiled by Spanish migration rights group Walking Borders, which said that is the most amount of deaths that it has recorded since it began tracking migrant deaths at sea back in 2007.… -
NORAD’s Santa tracker has a history going back nearly 70 years
As midnight approaches on Dec. 25, Santa Claus visits one time zone after another. This is visible on the Santa tracker run by NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command. Starting early in the day on Christmas Eve, the tracker shows Santa Claus zig-zagging to cover the world with gifts in 24 hours. The path… -
Universal Music Group, Amazon expand global relationship
Universal Music Group (UMG) and Amazon are joining forces to create what they’re calling “Streaming 2.0.” The two companies have announced an expanded partnership to foster innovations in music streaming. In a press release on Monday, Dec. 23, UMG and Amazon revealed their plans to enhance product offerings, including new audiobooks and livestreaming content opportunities.… -
Major deal brings fighter jets to Maryland, gives DC old Commanders stadium
Now that Congress has pushed forward a must-pass federal spending bill, a unique deal in Maryland is cleared for takeoff. The Maryland Air National Guard is preparing to absorb the 121st Fighter Squadron from the DC Air National Guard. In exchange, the nation’s capital will become the new owners of the Washington Commander’s former football… -
Rome expects 30 million tourists for Holy Year, locals not happy with crowds
Celebrations are happening across Rome as the Catholic church kicks off its 2025 Jubilee. In anticipation of the massive crowds, many improvements have been made to the city’s infrastructure. However, not all locals welcome those tourists with open arms. Pope Francis opened the great Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica Tuesday, Dec. 24, inaugurating the… -
Mayorkas says child trafficking is outside DHS responsibility
Alejandro Mayorkas, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), said Sunday, Dec. 22, that child trafficking is outside the agency’s responsibility. Mayorkas appeared on CBS’ “Face the Nation,” where anchor Margaret Brennan asked him if comments from incoming “border czar” Tom Homan regarding hundreds of thousands of migrant children being unaccounted for and exploited… -
Federal judge blocks part of Arkansas law to regulate libraries
A federal judge upheld a lower court ruling against part of Act 372, an Arkansas bill signed into law in 2023 aimed at regulating libraries and bookshops. The legislation would have paved the way for criminal charges against booksellers and librarians who provided “harmful” material to children. Gov. Sarah Sanders said the law is based… -
Panama Canal, Canada, Greenland: Trump’s early foreign policy targets
In a series of posts over the weekend of Dec. 21, President-elect Donald Trump criticized the tolls that ships must pay to use the Panama Canal, a key waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The fees, set and collected by the Panamanian government, can range from $3,000 to $500,000 depending on a vessel’s size… -
President Biden considering clemency for 40 men on death row: Report
President Joe Biden may commute the sentences of most or all of the 40 men on death row, according to a Wall Street Journal report. If Biden commutes the sentences, the men would stay in jail on life sentences without the possibility of parole. It would create an early hurdle for President-elect Donald Trump. He… -
Driver kills at least 2 in car attack at German Christmas market
At least two people died Friday, Dec. 20, after a driver plowed a car into a Christmas market in Germany. The attack wounded at least 60 others. Authorities said they believed the attack was deliberate and identified the two people who died as an adult and a toddler. They added that 15 people suffered serious…